What is discipleship? A Definition of Disciple A disciple is a person who follows Jesus—to know Jesus and his teaching; to grow more like Jesus; and to go for Jesus, serving others and making new disciples. The Greek word disciple means “student” or “learner.” In New Testament times, a disciple entered into a master-apprentice relationship … Continue Reading
It’s summer! Vacations have started, maybe your Bible study is taking a break, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop digging into God’s Word! Here are some simple, yet meaningful studies in Bible study pamphlets that you can do on your own–along with discussion questions! You probably saw last year’s post about Bible studies … Continue Reading
Let’s me start off today’s thought by asking you a question (and please answer honestly!): what would you do if you had a dinner guest coming tonight? Your brain probably jumps to the list of things you’d need to do to prepare, right? The house should be vacuumed, there are groceries to be bought, surfaces … Continue Reading
Doubt: Let’s Be Honest about It. “Be merciful to those who doubt.”—Jude 22 In certain Christian circles, the worst admission a believer can make is, “I am battling some doubts.” Admit that, and some unmerciful types may try to argue or even shame you back to a place of belief. Perhaps such spiritual honesty hits … Continue Reading
“Do I really need to go to church?” Whether you’re wondering this question or it’s your kids asking if God “makes us go to church,” you probably already know your salvation isn’t hinged on being inside First [your denomination] Church of [your town here] at 9AM on the dot every Sunday. What does the Bible … Continue Reading
Loneliness is common to everyone, yet it can be controlled. Consider carefully examining the elements of loneliness in your own life. Knowledge alone cannot solve the problems caused by loneliness, but knowledge coupled with wisdom can be helpful in limiting the negative effects of loneliness in your life. While loneliness feels like an emotional problem … Continue Reading
Guest-blog post from Dr. Matt Williams of the Deeper Connections DVD Bible Studies Jesus heals a blind man in John chapter nine. To most of us, this seems like a pretty cool miracle, and it is, but there is so much more behind this miracle that we miss because we do not understand the first … Continue Reading
Guest-blog post from Dr. Matt Williams of the Deeper Connections DVD Bible Studies Do you ever feel like you are too far gone for God to forgive you? Or, maybe you feel like he might forgive you, but he does it grudgingly? This fear is the main reason that I published The Forgiveness of Jesus … Continue Reading
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently stated that the rate of deaths from Alzheimer’s disease has increased by 55% in the last 15 years. Alzheimer’s disease, a degenerative mental health and memory loss illness, is currently the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. In addition, the number of Alzheimer’s patients dying … Continue Reading
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently stated that the rate of deaths from Alzheimer’s disease has increased by 55% in the last 15 years. Alzheimer’s disease, a degenerative mental health and memory loss illness, is currently the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. In addition, the number of Alzheimer’s patients dying … Continue Reading
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